MUSCAT – In a new milestone underscoring its steadfast commitment to empowering women, BankDhofar, the second largest bank in the Sultanate of Oman by branch network size, has been honoured with two prestigious awards — the Excellence in Financial Inclusion Award and the Excellence in Women’s Wealth Management Banking Services Award.

The recognition came at the 14th Annual Women’s Magazine Conference and Awards, held under the theme “Omani Women in the Age of Artificial Intelligence.” The awards highlight BankDhofar’s outstanding efforts in advancing women’s access to financial services and products and its dedication to driving women’s economic empowerment.

These accolades reflect the bank’s strategic focus on developing inclusive financial solutions for all segments of society and embedding social responsibility at the core of its operations.

BankDhofar’s management expressed pride in this achievement, affirming that women’s empowerment is a central pillar of the bank’s sustainable development and institutional excellence strategy. The bank offers specialized banking services tailored to the needs of working women and female entrepreneurs, helping them manage their finances efficiently and flexibly through multiple channels, including ATMs, online banking, and a user-friendly mobile app.

The bank’s portfolio for women includes savings accounts and tailored financial solutions designed to promote financial independence and long-term stability for themselves and their families. Among its flagship offerings is a distinctive vertical purple debit card featuring unique benefits, alongside a dedicated credit card

designed to meet women’s everyday needs. The Visa Women’s Card offers a waived annual fee in the first year, access to exclusive rewards through the Rewards Points programme, and complimentary lounge access at Muscat and Salalah airports, with global acceptance at millions of outlets worldwide. BankDhofar also places strong emphasis on empowering Omani women within its workforce, equipping them with leadership skills and professional development opportunities. In May, the bank organised the Omani Women in Leadership Forum, highlighting the importance of women’s advancement in the financial and business sectors and the role of media in promoting women-led brands and enterprises.

Through these initiatives, BankDhofar continues to champion women’sempowerment, reaffirming its commitment to expanding their participation across economic and social spheres — fully aligned with the objectives of Oman Vision 2040, which emphasises gender equality, financial inclusion, and sustainable development.